‘The Boys’ Creator Garth Ennis Has a New Comic and You Might Just Love It

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As a devoted reader who’s been around the block more times than I care to remember, I can confidently say that Garth Ennis is a gem of an author whose work has graced my eyes with countless hours of entertainment. From the dark and gritty world of The Boys to the fantastical realms of his latest creation, Babs, he never fails to impress.

Without a doubt, author Garth Ennis is destined to be renowned for his groundbreaking work, The Boys – a globally adored superhero series. Initially, this comic book series, which gained massive popularity through Amazon’s acclaimed show, was an under-the-radar favorite that struggled to penetrate the mainstream market. However, it managed to captivate countless fans worldwide with its unique charm and engaging storylines.

Due to Amazon, the initial comic book gained widespread popularity, and now, as the series readies itself for the release of its fifth and concluding season, Garth Ennis is collaborating with artist Jacen Burrows on a new comic book that you may find quite appealing!

Under the publishing house AHOY Comics, Babs presents a humorous sword-and-sorcery fantasy revolving around a Barbarian named Babs. This Barbarian navigates life in a world that appears more intent on causing her harm than offering assistance. As part of the marketing campaign, Ennis recently had an interview with CBR.com where he shared insights about the comic book itself.

During the interview, Garth Ennis delved into various topics, such as his approach to satire within fictional literature (a point we previously covered), and was also inquired about the series itself. He shared some intriguing insights not only about the comic but also about its lead character, Babs.

In the course of our conversations, it’s been clear that your initial passion for Battle-Action significantly shaped your professional path, and I suspect it would be quite challenging for fantasy fiction to captivate you after being immersed in the more authentic narratives of those early war tales.

You brought up some exceptions to the rule, and I’m curious about what made these unique cases stand out. For instance, The Hobbit and Hawk the Slayer, which you helped adapt a few years ago for Rebellion. Was the distinctly British approach to the genre a factor in their success? Or was it simply that the writers were so exceptionally talented that it was difficult to resist, even when the genre wasn’t your preferred choice?

Garth Ennis: The Hobbit was among the initial stories I read when I was six years old, and I’ve been captivated by it ever since. However, the fantasy genre didn’t continue to resonate with me because very few other works could compare to J.R.R. Tolkien’s quality, especially after I encountered comics like Battle Action and 2000AD. Hawk possesses a unique allure of its own.

I found Slaine appealing because Pat Mills crafted it as distinct from other sword and sorcery tales. It bore the signature style of 2000AD, although I must add that only the black-and-white era of this comic strip resonated with me, and even the later portions didn’t quite match up to the Bellardinelli/McMahon stories.

In my teenage years, I remember devouring Stormbringer and finding it incredibly captivating, a rare gem among its peers. Looking back, fantasy literature will forever hold a secondary place in my heart as I find the raw intensity of real-life stories, steeped in reality, far more intriguing.

Every now and then, I find myself drawn to explore the unconventional realms of literature – whenever the whim arises.

In a more conversational style, here’s how we could rephrase the given sentence:

Very much that, probably exacerbated by greed.

Source: CBR.com

Babs isn’t The Boys, but considering the information available, it could very well be funny and clever enough to entertain you. Therefore, we recommend you give it a try.

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2024-09-23 14:14